VIRTUAL: Pop Up Art School presents How to Draw Mario (Recommended ages 7+)

Join us for a fun and engaging art class where you'll learn to draw all your favorite characters! In a pre-recorded video, Pop up Art School will guide you with step-by-step instructions using basic shapes, making it easy for all skill levels. Watch on your own time ......More

Join us for a fun and engaging art class where you'll learn to draw all your favorite characters! In a pre-recorded video, Pop up Art School will guide you with step-by-step instructions using basic shapes, making it easy for all skill levels. Watch on your own time and complete at your own pace! Access to the video will be available 12/15 - 1/13 and you can watch as many times as you'd like during that time period! Register to receive an email with the link to the video. Pop Up Art School recommends that you have the following supplies: 10 sheets of white printer paper or sketchbook paper Pencil Eraser Black marker Colored pencils or crayons https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-pop-up-art-school-presents-how-to-draw-mario-recommended-ages-7-2/

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OFFSITE: Music Monday (ages 0 - 5)

Come sing along to old favorites and learn some new tunes. Without music, life would b-flat! This program will be held in Estabrook Hall, on the lower level of Cary Hall at 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington. https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/offsite-music-......More

Come sing along to old favorites and learn some new tunes. Without music, life would b-flat! This program will be held in Estabrook Hall, on the lower level of Cary Hall at 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington. https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/offsite-music-monday-ages-0-5-43/

Estabrook Hall at Cary Hall 1605 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, MA, 02420

VIRTUAL - Italy in a Wineglass: The Story of Italy Through Its Wines

Author Marc Millon discusses how his book, Italy in a Wineglass: The Story of Italy Through Its Wines, came about and highlights the intricate and intimate links between Italian history and Italian wine. He then looks at some of the major themes covered in the book: w......More

Author Marc Millon discusses how his book, Italy in a Wineglass: The Story of Italy Through Its Wines, came about and highlights the intricate and intimate links between Italian history and Italian wine. He then looks at some of the major themes covered in the book: wines in antiquity; the triumph of Christianity; Risorgimento and Unification; back to the future, Italian wines today . . . and tomorrow. Registration is required. About the author: Marc Millon has been travelling, eating, drinking, learning and writing about food, wine and travel for nearly 40 years. Marc was born in Mexico, with a mother from Hawaii via Korea and an anthropologist father from New York via Paris. Marc authored 14 books with his wife Kim, a photographer, and are regular contributors to publications on both sides of the Atlantic. They pioneered a series of illustrated wine-food-travel books including The Wine Roads of Europe, The Wine Roads of France, The Wine Roads of Italy, and The Wine Roads of Spain. Marc regularly lectures and hosts gastronomic cultural tours to Italy and France with Martin Randall Travel, the UK’s leading cultural travel specialist. About the book: In Italy in a Wineglass, Marc Millon offers a captivating exploration of Italian history — seen through the unique and revealing lens of its wines. Spanning thousands of years, the book traces the intricate relationship between Italy’s political, cultural, and economic evolution and the development of its wine traditions. Organized chronologically, Millon takes readers on a journey from the wines of ancient Greece and Etruscans to the Romans, medieval monks, and Renaissance nobles, all the way to the dynamic world of modern Italian winemaking. Along the way, he highlights how wine has not only reflected the spirit of each era but also helped shape Italy’s national identity. Copies of Marc's book is available for purchase via Book Ends. You can also borrow a copy from the library. This program is made possible by the generous donors to the Cary Library Foundation. https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-italy-in-a-wineglass-the-story-of-italy-through-its-wines/

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OFFSITE: Stories & More (ages 2 - 5)

Join us for a storytime concluding with an activity or craft for ages 2 - 5. This program will be held in Estabrook Hall, on the lower level of Cary Hall at 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington. https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/offsite-stories-more-ages-2-5-......More

Join us for a storytime concluding with an activity or craft for ages 2 - 5. This program will be held in Estabrook Hall, on the lower level of Cary Hall at 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington. https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/offsite-stories-more-ages-2-5-14/

Estabrook Hall at Cary Hall 1605 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, MA, 02420

OFFSITE - The Seven Fires Prophecy Suite for Humanity: a concert featuring Kim Moberg

**OFFSITE LOCATION** This event will take place at the Community Center, 39 Marrett Rd, Lexington. Award winning Indigenous (Tlingit) singer/songwriter Kim Moberg performs a concert of her third album “The Seven Fires Prophecy Suite for Humanity”.  In her research to......More

**OFFSITE LOCATION** This event will take place at the Community Center, 39 Marrett Rd, Lexington. Award winning Indigenous (Tlingit) singer/songwriter Kim Moberg performs a concert of her third album “The Seven Fires Prophecy Suite for Humanity”.  In her research to learn more about Indigenous cultures in North American, Kim learned of the ancient yet relevant Anishinaabe legend “The Seven Fires Prophecy” which teaches that in order to survive as a species, human beings must learn to live together with respect for people all colors and cultures in addition to respecting our environment. Kim found the teaching so profound that she composed a suite in the Folk music style to share the legend with her audiences. The album was produced by Grammy nominated producer Jon Evans (Tori Amos / Sarah McLachlan). Kim will be accompanied by the incredible Maxfield Anderson. The performance includes a short video by the Canadian Indigenous artist whose painting “The Sacred Fires Prophecy” Kim used for her album cover art. Attendance is on a first-come basis. About Kim Moberg: Award winning singer/songwriter Kim Moberg was born in Juneau, Alaska, the daughter of a classical pianist mother of Alaskan Native Tlingit descent and a US Coast Guard veteran father from Kansas. Music was the constant in Kim's childhood, helping her to adjust to the frequent moves associated with growing up in a military family. Kim teamed with Grammy-nominated producer Jon Evans to record three albums, all receiving world wide airplay in addition to charting on the Folk Alliance International Folk DJ and NACC radio charts. Kim’s latest release “The Seven Fires Prophecy Suite for Humanity” features songs that tie ancient Anishinaabe prophecies to our current social environment. Her 4th album titled  “All That Really Matters” (Jon Evans) is scheduled to be released in 2025. Kim has received numerous recognitions, most recently 2021 Rocky Mountain Songwriting Contest Finalist, 2021 Great American Songwriting Contest Folk/Americana Finalist, 2020 CT Folk Grassy Hill Songwriting Competition Winner, 2020 Blues and Roots Radio Contest Finalist and 2020 Corpus Christi Songwriters Spring Songwriters Contest 2nd Place. Kim is a strong believer in the importance of giving back and being active. She offers her music and time at events to support her local community such as founder and former host of the monthly Craigville Coffeehouse Open Mic, former board member for Vinegrass (a non-profit organization that provides scholarships for music students) and founder and co-event manager of the annual Sandwich Arts Alliance PorchFest. She is an inaugural member of the legendary Club Passim’s THE FOLK COLLECTIVE formed by Club Passim to collaborate and present inclusive and equitable events that welcome and invite diverse audiences and artists to the Passim stage. www.kimmobergmusic.com About Maxfield Anderson: Maxfield Anderson is an American roots multi-instrumentalist, teacher, writer and music director. Growing up in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Maxfield’s home was filled with an array of musical styles. After years of playing violin, his attention was taken hold by bluegrass and western swing fiddle, quickly leading him to discover the mandolin. He is also proficient at guitar and clawhammer banjo. Maxfield moved to Boston to study mandolin and American roots music at Berklee College of Music where he graduated with a BFA in Music Performance.  Teaching music has always been a big part of Max’s artistry. He believes that traditional music is an excellent vessel for understanding an instrument and finding your own voice as a musician. Teaching at Club Passim since 2020, Max has taught group courses in Beginner & Intermediate Mandolin, Bluegrass Ensemble (co-taught with Trevin Nelson), and Intro to Tune Writing. He also offers private instruction on mandolin, fiddle, guitar, music theory, and tune writing out of his home studio. Attendance is on a first-come basis. The program is supported in part by grant funding from the Lexington Cultural Council, a local agency and Mass Cultural Council, a state agency and sponsored by the Cary Library. https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/cary-concerts-the-seven-fires-prophecy-suite-for-humanity-with-kim-moberg/

Community Center 39 Marrett Rd, Lexington, MA, 02421

VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Marketing Plan - Plan Your Work & Work Your Plan

The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a......More

The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking! Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition. Each meeting features a new topic. Meetings include a presentation and interactive workshop on topics relevant to career transition, guest speakers, access to hiring managers, small group breakout rooms to network, and 1-on-1 coaching guidance. Participating on a regular basis will give job seekers the many tools and strategies needed for a successful job search. Each biweekly meeting is facilitated by Deborah Hope, MBA, PCIC, an experienced executive career coach. Deborah is a former Fortune 500 executive, investment banker and entrepreneur. She transitioned to executive coaching over 12 years ago. Deborah has coached with Harvard Business School Executive Education programs and the Massachusetts Conference for Women. She has been trained or certified in a variety of coaching models and assessment tools. Deborah has facilitated 50+ job seekers networking groups since 2016.  This week's topic (December 17) is Marketing Plan. Register directly on Zoom HERE.  RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. In partnership with Tewksbury Public Library. This group is sponsored by approximately 50 Massachusetts public libraries and is made possible in part by the generous donors to the Cary Library Foundation. https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/irtual-50-job-seekers-networking-group-marketing-plan-plan-your-work-work-your-plan/

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OFFSITE: Baby Laptime (prewalkers)

A gentler storytime for infants not yet walking. Rhymes, songs, and a book or two for babies and their caregivers, plus a little bit of play and social time at the end. This program will be held in Estabrook Hall, on the lower level of Cary Hall at 1605 Mass Ave, Lex......More

A gentler storytime for infants not yet walking. Rhymes, songs, and a book or two for babies and their caregivers, plus a little bit of play and social time at the end. This program will be held in Estabrook Hall, on the lower level of Cary Hall at 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington. https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/offsite-baby-laptime-prewalkers-44/

Estabrook Hall at Cary Hall 1605 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, MA, 02420

OFFSITE: Toddler Time (walkers - 24 months)

Rhymes, songs, and a story or two for toddlers and their caregivers, plus some time to play and socialize at the end! This program will be held in Estabrook Hall, on the lower level of Cary Hall at 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington. https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.co......More

Rhymes, songs, and a story or two for toddlers and their caregivers, plus some time to play and socialize at the end! This program will be held in Estabrook Hall, on the lower level of Cary Hall at 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington. https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/offsite-toddler-time-walkers-24-months-44/

Estabrook Hall at Cary Hall 1605 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, MA, 02420

OFFSITE - Studio Art Workshop for Adults 60+

Join us for a monthly workshop where we will explore drawing basics. These workshops are intended for adults 60+. All materials for the class will be provided. Registration is required. Participants may only register for one Studio Art Workshop class per month. Space......More

Join us for a monthly workshop where we will explore drawing basics. These workshops are intended for adults 60+. All materials for the class will be provided. Registration is required. Participants may only register for one Studio Art Workshop class per month. Spaces are limited. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your reservation to release your spot. The workshops will be taught by artist Lea Baecksteiner. Lea is an artist and illustrator with a Masters in Fine Arts and Illustration from the Neue Kunst Schule in Basel, Switzerland. Originally from Switzerland, she now lives and works in the greater Boston area. Her range of artistic media includes oil, gouache, watercolor, ink, and digital painting. In addition to her work as a fine artists, Lea provides illustrations for books, magazines, and printed materials. Her style has been described as playful, minimalist, and well-proportioned. Lea has exhibited across New York City, Basel, and Boston areas. View her work and list of exhibitions on her website! This program is presented in partnership with the Munroe Center for the Arts. Visit their website for more information. This project is supported by a grant from the Dana Home Foundation. The Dana Home Foundation is dedicated to providing for the care, comfort and well-being of senior citizens, with a special emphasis on serving, directly or indirectly, the needs of those who reside in or have connections to the Town of Lexington. https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/offsite-studio-art-workshop-for-adults-60-27/

Community Center 39 Marrett Rd, Lexington, MA, 02421

OFFSITE - Knitting Group

**OFFSITE LOCATION** This event will meet offsite. During ChiRP! (Children's room and lower level renovation project) we will be meeting offsite. Bring your project (any portable needle arts welcome!) to our casual gathering where you can work, talk, and share ideas ......More

**OFFSITE LOCATION** This event will meet offsite. During ChiRP! (Children's room and lower level renovation project) we will be meeting offsite. Bring your project (any portable needle arts welcome!) to our casual gathering where you can work, talk, and share ideas together.  Please email Cathie Ghorbani at [email protected] for details.  https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/offsite-knitting-group-101/

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VIRTUAL - 教中国老人的英文课 - English for Chinese-Speaking Seniors

这是LEXCSEA（列克星敦中文高级英语学院）。我们是列克星敦高中学的一个俱乐部，为了教中国老年人英文。 我们希望能帮助打破语言的障碍，因为这在当今困难时期尤其重要。请参加我们的Zoom课！ This is LEXCSEA (Lexington Chinese Senior English Academy). We are a club at Lexington High School that teaches English to Chinese senior citizens. Our hope is to help bre......More

这是LEXCSEA（列克星敦中文高级英语学院）。我们是列克星敦高中学的一个俱乐部，为了教中国老年人英文。 我们希望能帮助打破语言的障碍，因为这在当今困难时期尤其重要。请参加我们的Zoom课！ This is LEXCSEA (Lexington Chinese Senior English Academy). We are a club at Lexington High School that teaches English to Chinese senior citizens. Our hope is to help break down the language barrier which is especially crucial in these tough times. Come to our monthly zoom lessons to learn more! Please register for this meeting and you will receive the program link in the confirmation and reminder notices - please check your spam folder for the emails.  Contact us at [email protected] with any questions. https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-english-for-chinese-speaking-seniors-3/

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VIRTUAL: Pop Up Art School Presents Felted Kirby (Grades 6-12)

Learn the art of needle felting! Using loose wool fibers and a special barbed needle, you'll craft an adorable Kirby figurine from scratch. Shape, sculpt, and attach pieces together to bring your favorite pink hero to life. A supply kit will be provided. After regis......More

Learn the art of needle felting! Using loose wool fibers and a special barbed needle, you'll craft an adorable Kirby figurine from scratch. Shape, sculpt, and attach pieces together to bring your favorite pink hero to life. A supply kit will be provided. After registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to pick up your supply kit and access to the pre-recorded instructional video. Pop up Art School will guide you with step-by-step instructions, making it easy for all skill levels. Watch on your own time and complete at your own pace! Access to the video will be available 12/22 - 1/20 and you can watch as many times as you'd like during that time period.  If you become unable to attend this program, please notify the library as soon as possible. Repeated 'no-shows' without notification may prohibit you from registering for future programs. https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-pop-up-art-school-presents-felted-kirby-recommended-ages-13/

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Library Closing At 6pm

Library closing at 6pm on December 29, 2025 https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-closing-at-6pm-9/

Large Meeting Room Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

OFFSITE - Nonfiction Book Club

**OFFSITE LOCATION** This program will be held at the Community Center, 39 Marrett Rd, Lexington. Tonight we will be discussing ......More

**OFFSITE LOCATION** This program will be held at the Community Center, 39 Marrett Rd, Lexington. Tonight we will be discussing Marco Polo: From Venice to Xanadu by Laurence Bergreen https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/offsite-nonfiction-book-club-24/

Community Center 39 Marrett Rd, Lexington, MA, 02421

VIRTUAL: Guided Meditation

Join Leslie Gabriele once a month for a 30 minute meditation session. Each month features a different theme, where you will learn techniques to help you relax, attain a calm state, and center yourself. Leslie Gabriele is the founder of With Love And Gratitude, a nonp......More

Join Leslie Gabriele once a month for a 30 minute meditation session. Each month features a different theme, where you will learn techniques to help you relax, attain a calm state, and center yourself. Leslie Gabriele is the founder of With Love And Gratitude, a nonprofit organization.  With Love And Gratitude's mission and intention is to uplift spirits.  Much more information including a schedule of upcoming events can be found on their website withloveandgratitude.com or on their Facebook page This program will run on the following days. Registering for one event will register you for each of the dates, but there is no obligation to attend each one. You do not need to notify us if you are canceling. September 23 October 28 November 25 December 23 January 27 February 24 March 24 April 28 May 26 https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-guided-meditation-22/

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Library Closing At 6pm

Library closing at 6pm on December 29, 2025 https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-closing-at-6pm-10/

Large Meeting Room Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Library Closing At 1pm

Library closing at 1pm on Wednesday December 24, 2025 https://carylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-closing-at-1pm-6/

Large Meeting Room Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420